Blinded by the Light (film)
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Blinded by the Light is a 1980 television film directed
by John A. Alonzo
. The film is based upon a Robin F. Brancato novel.
Film director
A film director is a person who directs the actors and film crew in filmmaking. They control a film's artistic and dramatic nathan roach, while guiding the technical crew and actors.-Responsibilities:...
by John A. Alonzo
John A. Alonzo
John Alonzo, A.S.C. was an American cinematographer who pioneered hand held work, lighting techniques and HD development during his career...
. The film is based upon a Robin F. Brancato novel.
Plot
David Bowers is a teenager who runs away from home to join a quasi-religious cult. His sister Janet is determined to find him, but almost winds up getting brainwashed by the cult herself.Cast
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- Janet Bowers - Jimmy McNichol - David Bowers
- Anne JacksonAnne JacksonAnne Jackson is an American actress of television, stage, and screen.-Life and career:Jackson, the youngest of three sisters, was born in Millvale, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Stella Germaine and John Ivan Jackson, a barber who ran a beauty parlor...
- Frances Bowers - Michael McGuire - Ed Bowers
- Jenny O'Hara - Rose
- Phillip R. Allen - Dr. Brockton
- Sandy McPeak - Max
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- Zora - Grace ZabriskieGrace ZabriskieGrace Zabriskie is an American actress. She has appeared in many popular American films but, she is best known for her work in television. She is perhaps best known for her roles in the television series Twin Peaks, Seinfeld, and Big Love.-Early life:Zabriskie was born in New Orleans, Louisiana...